Kuopio
Imagined futures:The role of various forms of knowledge for better decisions
Lumo house, Luoto, Makasiininkatu 5, Kuopio 1 October 2026 12:30–15:00 Free. Coffee/tea will be served.
An open discussion event on how to envision alternative futures in a changing climate. Presentations from the perspectives of climate science, indigenous knowledge, local communities, and the youth.
For whom: Anyone interested in:
- Climate change
- Future-forward thinking
- Knowledge systems
- Inclusive decision making
Students and professionals are equally welcome!
Coffee/tea will be served.
Programme
01Presentations
Various forms of climate knowledge and diverse voices: who gets heard?
- Mira Hulkkonen — Climate science and the intergovernmental panel on climate change (IPCC)
- Päivi Meriläinen — Saami Climate Council
- Johanna Yletyinen — Indigenous and local communities
- Saara Böök — The youth
02Futures simulation
Let's imagine year 2050 together and explore futures that were built on different values.
03Fishbowl
Facilitated discussion, the floor is open for anyone to take at any point.
04Reflection
Reflecting possible avenues for inclusive governance co-design.
